Nova Scotia announced Tuesday it will resume using the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, but for second doses only. In a news release, the province announced anyone who has received a first dose of AstraZeneca can now receive a second dose of AstraZeneca, or opt for the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. Nova Scotians who received a first dose of Pfizer or Moderna, can choose a second dose of either Pfizer or Moderna. The Department of Health said that approximately 58,000 people who received a first dose of AstraZeneca will be getting a notice by email to reschedule their second dose appointment. As of Monday, 588,991 doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered to Nova Scotians, with 43,561 of those being a second dose.

Source: CBC News June 01, 2021 18:09 UTC